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Retaining Wall Calculator

Block count, base gravel, and cap stones for a segmental wall.

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You need

120 blocks · 20 caps
Blocks per course
20
Courses
6
Total blocks
120
Caps
20
Base gravel (6" x 12" trench)
0.37 yd³

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Enter your wall length, height, and block size. Returns block count, gravel base, and cap count.

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Frequently asked

How tall can a DIY retaining wall be?

Most codes allow up to 4 ft without engineering. Taller walls need engineered plans and often geogrid reinforcement.

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